Esteban Celemín - Últimas Huellas "El Pinar" Albillo Real - Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León - 2023

A Paradox of Ripeness and Tension from the Heights of Toro

Últimas Huellas "El Pinar" is sourced from a minuscule 0.38-hectare plot at the highest elevation in the Toro region. This wine captures a singular paradox: the generous ripeness of a warm vintage balanced by the quiet power and tension of high-altitude acidity. Rated 94 points by Tim Atkin, it is a sophisticated white that highlights the potential of Castilla y León with precision and elegance.

Tasting Profile

• Aroma: Rich and complex, with layers of macadamia nut and delicate mango over a deep mineral core.

• Palate: Mouthfilling and textured, featuring ripe peach and a "warm-vintage" generosity.

• Texture: Combines the glyceric texture of the variety with the sharp, acidic energy provided by the altitude.

• Finish: Exuberantly fresh with a long, mineral-driven finish.

Viticulture & Craftsmanship

• Terroir: Located in Argujillo, the soil surface is covered in pebbles (galets) deposited by the Duero river, providing natural thermo-regulation and drainage. The sub-soil is deep clay.

• The Vines: Sourced from 86-year-old vines. These plants are a unique "massal selection" of Albillo that grows more upright, allowing for better sun exposure and concentrated fruit.

• Vinification: Hand-harvested, foot-trodden, and processed with a manual vertical press.

• Aging: Fermented with indigenous yeasts and matured for 12 months in a single 225L French oak barrel.

Specifications

• Variety: 100% Albillo Real.

• Alcohol: 13.5%.

• Production: Limited to 1,150 bottles.

• Elevation: Above 800 meters.